You've probably heard it: a 10-year-old with ADHD has the executive function of a 7-year-old. But is that true for every skill, every person, every situation?In this episode of Chasing Focus, Zev looks at the "30% rule" often linked to Dr. Russell Barkley. It's a helpful teaching idea, not a calculator for someone's "real age."You'll hear: Why knowing what to do and doing it are two different skills David, 16, who knows being on time matters but still has chaotic mornings Why someone can do it yesterday and struggle todayScaffolding: changing the support without lowering the goal3 better questions than "what's their executive function age?"ADHD isn't one number. Every person has their own strengths, challenges and support needs.Keep learning, keep building, and keep chasing the focus.

You know what you need to do. You might even know exactly how to do it. So why doesn't it happen?In the first episode of Chasing Focus, ADHD coach Zev Gruman explains one of the most misunderstood parts of ADHD: it isn't a problem of knowing what to do, it's a problem of doing what you know. You'll hear why the gap between "I know" and "I did" is so hard to cross, why it has nothing to do with being lazy, and what actually helps.For anyone who lives with ADHD or loves someone who does.Follow the show so you don't miss new episodes.Questions or want help? [email protected]